Overview

This Spanish Studies programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona focuses on the scientific study of Spanish as a major global language and on its literary tradition as a reflection of human thought and expression. It offers opportunities to engage with recognised research groups and to work within an academically distinguished environment supported by competitive research projects.

Key Facts

The academic experience includes exploration of diverse research areas such as grammar, phonetics, lexicography, literary history, textual analysis, and digital humanities. Candidates benefit from access to prestigious academic staff, international research activities, and opportunities for grants and stays abroad, contributing to strong development in linguistic and literary scholarship.

Each candidate is assigned a thesis director responsible for guiding the project, ensuring its originality and alignment with research directions, and supporting progress throughout the doctoral journey. Supervision includes advising on research development, reviewing the research plan, facilitating academic activities, and assisting in the preparation and completion of the thesis, with options for external supervision when appropriate.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Grammatical Theory and Linguistic Analysis
Phonetics and Phonology
Spanish Literature Studies
Lexicology and Lexicography
Digital Humanities in Philology
Spanish as a Foreign Language
Thesis Research and Supervision

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Pre-registration deadlines: May 30, July 31, October 15. November 28

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain

Disciplines

Iberian studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Strong knowledge of Spanish language, literature, or linguistics, and ability to conduct original research
Master’s degree from the Department of Spanish Studies (UAB) or other recognised postgraduate studies
Relevant research experience (projects, publications, conferences, research groups)
Awards or grants in related fields considered
Academic record evaluated
Thesis project must align with programme research lines
Interview may be required
Academic Committee may require up to 30 ECTS of bridging courses in the first year
Master’s academic record and dissertation evaluated (25%)
Research proposal alignment and motivation assessed (40%)
Spanish language proficiency (C2) evaluated (10%)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year

Additional Details

If your access qualification for the PhD is from within Spain the price is €545.

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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